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Limestone University

Gaffney, SC

Private

Comprehensive

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Nestled in the charming town of Gaffney, South Carolina, Limestone University offers a vibrant academic community. The university is steeped in a rich history and tradition while embracing forward-thinking approaches to education.
1,786
Students
89%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
1,602
Classification
Comprehensive
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
None
Limestone University provides a nurturing environment where students can flourish academically, personally, and socially. The picturesque campus, with its historic buildings and modern facilities, creates an inspiring setting for learning and growth. Committed to a student-centered approach, Limestone offers a wide array of programs that cater to diverse interests and career aspirations. With its supportive faculty and staff, the university fosters a welcoming atmosphere that encourages exploration, discovery, and achievement.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Limestone University?

89% acceptance rate
Less Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Test Blind
Average High School GPA
3.31
Application Deadlines
Early Decision / Early Action?
No

The most important factors Limestone University considers when admitting students are:

  • Academic GPA
  • Alumni/AE Relation
  • Application Essay

Financials

See what it costs to attend Limestone University.

$ 43,109
Overall list price
$ 21,177
Average net price
$ 35,328
Merit Price™
Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Limestone University?

Suburb
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Sunny
Average winter temp
47°
Average summer temp
77°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Limestone University.

11:1
Student to faculty ratio
21%
4-year grad rate
27%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Limestone are:

  • Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
  • Social Work
  • Health/Health Care Administration/Management

Demographics

Who attends Limestone University?

28
States represented
37
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
1,786
Women
50%
Men
50%

Housing

What's it like living at Limestone University?

$10,359
Room & Board
0.4
Housing units / student
39
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Limestone University?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.31.

How much does Limestone University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $43,109 to attend Limestone.

How many people attend Limestone University?

1,786 people attend Limestone. 1,602 are undergraduate students and 184 are graduate students.

Where is Limestone University located?

Limestone University is located in Gaffney, South Carolina. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Limestone University with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 47% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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